Wall of Swords #43 from Magic: The Gathering's iconic 1993 Limited Edition Beta release, a foundational white creature card essential for TCG history collectors.
Wall of Swords
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Wall of Swords card number 43 stands as a defining piece of Magic: The Gathering's Limited Edition Beta, the set that established the framework for the entire trading card game. Released in 1993, this white common creature introduced mechanics that would influence decades of design. The card features a mana cost of {3}{W} and provides a 3/5 body with the Defender ability, preventing it from attacking while offering robust blockage. Its most distinctive trait is the Flying keyword, allowing it to evade most ground-based threats, making it a versatile defensive tool in early gameplay. As one of the earliest cards printed by Wizards of the Coast, Wall of Swords holds significant historical weight for enthusiasts of the franchise. Collectors value this product for its role in the genesis of competitive card gaming. Whether focusing on set completion or appreciating the evolution of game mechanics, Wall of Swords remains a recognizable and respected entity in the TCG community. For investors and hobbyists alike, this release represents a tangible connection to the sport's origins.
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Wall of Swords
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mark Tedin
Card Stock
English
{3}{W}
Creature — Wall
3 / 5
W
Card Text
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) Flying
Just as the evil ones approached to slay Justina, she cast a great spell, imbuing her weapons with her own life force. Thus she fulfilled the prophecy: "In the death of your savior will you find salvation."